About this course
Southampton is an exciting, multicultural city with a rich history. This course is for international students who would like to improve their spoken and written English. You'll study modern and classic literature, including Shakespeare. You can also learn more about the linguistics behind it. A year in another country will let you experience a new culture and improve your skills.
Linguistics is the science of language - its structure, grammar and sounds.
This course focuses on learning the English language, but you'll also take modules in:
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linguistics
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culture
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literature
You'll learn how language develops and study literature and culture from other countries that speak English.
You'll spend your third year abroad at one of our partner universities. These can include:
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Australia
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South Korea
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Germany
Our flexible English literature language and linguistics with year abroad course will let you take modules from English but also other subjects.
As part of this course you can:
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use our Centre for Language Study, including the English resources room
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study topics like poetic language, globalisation or Victorian emotions
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develop your communication and research skills
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join one of 40 performing arts groups
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take part in writing workshops at Nuffield Southampton Theatres
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experiment with writing at our Entropics events
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get one-to-one writing tutorials from our Royal Literary Fund Fellows
Course location
This course is based at Avenue.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
Download the programme specification
The programme specification sets out the learning outcomes of this course and details how the course is taught and assessed.
In light of COVID-19, we’ve made changes to some elements of course delivery for 2020-21. For details as to how this has changed delivery for this course, please view the Addendum to the Programme Specification PDF.
Entry requirements
For Academic year 202021
A-levels
AAB
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
Course structure
COVID-19: we've made some changes to the structure of the course for this academic year. Download the programme specification addendum in 'About this course' to learn more.
You'll study 2 English languages modules per year. You can then choose to take modules in linguistic and literature.
You can also study modules from other subjects, including Film and Philosophy. You can even learn another language. Your personal tutor can help you choose your modules.
Year 1 overview
You'll take 2 English language and 2 linguistics modules.
You’ll then choose from optional modules, like:
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Poetic Language
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The Novel
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From English to Englishes
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Elements of Linguistics – Sound, Structure and Meaning
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Literary Transformations
You can also choose to complete a group research project. You'll work in a small group to choose, research and present a project about literature.
Year 2 overview
You'll study core language modules, then choose from optional topics, such as:
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Sweatshops, Sex workers, and Asylum Seekers: World Literature and Visual Culture after Globalisation
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African Worlds
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Victorian Feelings
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Sound and Voice
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Images of Women
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Film Adaptation: Culture and Context
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Discourse Analysis (a linguistics technique)
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Scriptwriting
A special module will help you plan your year abroad.
Year 3 overview
You'll spend your third year abroad and improve your language and cultural skills.
We’ll help you choose a placement that interests you. You can:
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study at one of our partner universities
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find an approved work placement
During your time away, you’ll keep a blog and produce an independent research project
Year 4 overview
A module examining your time abroad will help you produce an enhanced CV.
You'll study core language modules and can write a dissertation on a topic of you choice.
You'll also choose from optional topics, such as:
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Utopias and Dystopias in Literature and Culture
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Translation: Theory and Practice
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Fantasy Film and Fiction
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Literature of Islands and Oceans
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
COVID-19: we've made some changes to our modules for this academic year. Download the programme specification addendum in 'About this course' to learn more.
For entry in Academic Year 2020-21
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules in year 1:
You must also choose from the following modules in year 1:
Learning and assessment
COVID-19: we've made some changes to our learning and assessment methods for this academic year. Download the programme specification addendum in 'About this course' to learn more.
The learning activities for this course include the following:
- lectures
- classes and tutorials
- coursework
- individual and group projects
- independent learning (studying on your own)
Course time
How you'll spend your course time:
Year 1
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 1:
How we'll assess you
Your assessment breakdown
Year 1:
Academic support
You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor and have access to a senior tutor.
Course leader
Sarah Rule is the course leader.
Careers
When you study BA English literature language and linguistics abroad on a course designed with employment in mind. It will help you learn how to think independently and develop your workplace skills. These include:
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presentation
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chairing and leading discussions
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debating
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collaborative work
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peer review
Our English students have gone on to careers in:
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broadcasting
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administration
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advertising
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business
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creative writing
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journalism
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marketing
Employers value a good knowledge of the English language. During the course you can take optional modules that will improve your employability.
Your year abroad will show employers that you‘re independent, curious and resourceful.
Your personal academic tutor can write a reference for you, based on your time as a student at Southampton.
Careers services at Southampton
We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019). Our Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:
work experience schemes
CV and interview skills and workshops
networking events
careers fairs attended by top employers
a wealth of volunteering opportunities
study abroad and summer school opportunities
We have a vibrant entrepreneurship culture and our dedicated start-up supporter, Futureworlds, is open to every student.
Work in industry
You can take work placements through our Excel internship scheme or Year in Employment scheme. Placements may include:
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art galleries
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publishing houses
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schools
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performing arts organisations
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year's study:
- UK students pay £9,250.
- EU and international students pay £18,520.
What your fees pay for
Your tuition fees pay for the full cost of tuition and all examinations.
Find out how to:
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. Explore:
Bursaries, scholarships and other funding
If you're a UK or EU student and your household income is under £25,000 a year, you may be able to get a University of Southampton bursary to help with your living costs. Find out about bursaries and other funding we offer at Southampton.
If you're a care leaver or estranged from your parents, you may be able to get a specific bursary.
Get in touch for advice about student money matters.
Scholarships and grants
You may be able to get a scholarship or grant that's linked to your chosen subject area.
We award scholarships and grants for travel, academic excellence, or to students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Support during your course
The Student Services Centre offers support and advice on money to students. You may be able to access our Student Support fund and other sources of financial support during your course.
Funding for EU and international students
Find out about funding you could get as an international student.
How to apply
When you apply use:
- UCAS course code: Q392
- UCAS institution code: S27
What happens after you apply?
We will assess your application on the strength of your:
- predicted grades
- academic achievements
- personal statement
- academic reference
We aim to respond to you within 2 to 6 weeks with a decision about your application.
Equality and diversity
We treat and select everyone in line with our Equality and Diversity Statement.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
